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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Peugeot 308?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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Peugeot 308

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  • a bit more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 189 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 308. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 50 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 308 offers a bit more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers somewhat more boot space – 412 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries very slightly more – 503 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 450 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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